The Unfenced Desert Towards a strategy for eco ... - Nwrc.gov.sa
The Unfenced Desert Towards a strategy for eco ... - Nwrc.gov.sa
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Scenic and landscape : Dunes and <strong>sa</strong>ndstone <strong>for</strong>mations may have moderate<br />
public appeal.<br />
Wildlife : Low diversity, low density, and generally cryptic species,<br />
although gazelles may be seen.<br />
Cultural/historical : Non significant.<br />
Existing facilities : Currently inadequate <strong>for</strong> anything but day visits and selfsustained<br />
camping.<br />
Location and access : A major graded track provides easy access to the center of<br />
the reserve from a major sealed highway.<br />
Sensitivity / security : Safe, and resilient site.<br />
Potential activities : Day trips to see gazelles on guided drives; possibly<br />
overnight camping.<br />
Rating<br />
1 = highly suitable <strong>for</strong> tourism; 2 = moderately suitable <strong>for</strong> tourism; 3 =<br />
unsuitable <strong>for</strong> tourism at the present time, or with specialised or limited public<br />
appeal or capacity only; 4 = unsuitable <strong>for</strong> tourism in the <strong>for</strong>eseeable future.<br />
Scenery : 2<br />
Wildlife : 3<br />
Cultural/historical : 3<br />
Facilities : 3<br />
Access : 2<br />
Sensitivity : 1<br />
Summed Ratings = 14<br />
Ranking 8/12<br />
Category Group 2: Low priority <strong>for</strong> tourism development.<br />
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